Your Benefits
Gifts of $150 or more unlock exclusive benefits like discounts at Penn Quarter restaurants and special invitations to Opening Night events. Explore our giving circles below to see what you can experience as part of the STC donor community.
The levels and benefits listed below officially take effect August 1, 2025. If you recently made a gift, or decide to make a gift prior to July 31, 2025, you will continue to receive benefits at the existing donor level until your renewal date (12 months from date of gift).
Please contact us at SupportSTC@ShakespeareTheatre.org or 202.608.6350 if you have questions about your benefits.
To comply with IRS Regulations, gifts from Donor Advised Funds (DAF) and Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD) cannot be used for event sponsorships or receive benefits that qualify for a goods and services valuation. Opening Nights and Pre-Show Receptions cannot be provided when giving through a DAF or QCD.
The levels and benefits listed below officially take effect August 1, 2025. If you recently made a gift, or decide to make a gift prior to July 31, 2025, you will continue to receive benefits at the existing donor level until your renewal date (12 months from date of gift).
Please contact us at SupportSTC@ShakespeareTheatre.org or 202.608.6350 if you have questions about your benefits.
To comply with IRS Regulations, gifts from Donor Advised Funds (DAF) and Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD) cannot be used for event sponsorships or receive benefits that qualify for a goods and services valuation. Opening Nights and Pre-Show Receptions cannot be provided when giving through a DAF or QCD.
Go the extra mile to advocate for the arts in your everyday life.
$150
- Personalized support through the Donor Services Line (202.608.6350)
- Bard Card for special offers and discounts at restaurants and businesses in Penn Quarter
- 2 Complimentary Beverage Vouchers
- Quarterly digital STC Donor Newsletter
- Discounted tickets to STC Symposium events
$300
All lower level benefits, plus:
- Digital recognition on the STC website
- Waived ticket exchange fees
- Virtual copy of our Annual Report
$600
All lower level benefits, plus:
- Access to Ticket Concierge through the Donor Services Line
- Early registration access for STC Camp, Classes, & Salon
- Invitation to the annual Season Reveal Party
- 25% off STC Merchandise purchases
$1,200
All lower level benefits, plus:
- Recognition in ASIDES program
- 2 guaranteed Opening Night invitations for two people
- Harman Hall Patrons Lounge access (includes complimentary drinks and light snacks)
FAQs: Donor Benefits Update 25/26
Based on feedback we gathered from our donor community through focus groups and surveys in the fall of 2024, we have made some updates to the benefits we offer to STC donors, all of which will take effect in the 25/26 Season. We are deeply grateful for our growing community of supporters and excited to share these updates, which will give you more opportunities to go deeper with STC. Please see below for FAQs.
Why have the benefits been updated?
When will the new benefits structure take effect?
How will I know when my new benefits are available to access?
Am I losing any benefits?
Am I going to miss out on benefits if I recently gave at a level that is not included in the new structure?
Why have the starting levels for Advocate Circle and Artistic Circle gone up?
What happened to Shakespeare Hour Live?
What happened to Donor Technical Rehearsals?
What is the difference between the Donor Services Line and the Ticket Concierge?
Where is the benefits grid?
General FAQ
How do I find out more information about past giving and current donor level?
How long am I eligible for benefits after making my gift?
What if I would like to decline benefits?
When will I receive my Bard Card?
Who is eligible for benefits in my household?
Can I make a gift in honor of someone?